Horn had to start their season on the road on Friday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They fell just short of the Mansfield Tigers by a score of 33-31. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest defeat the Jaguars have suffered since September 6, 2024.
Despite the loss, Horn still got an impressive performance from Donta Ware, who rushed for 146 yards while picking up 9.1 yards per carry, and also threw for 159 yards and one touchdown. A healthy portion of that aerial production (85 yards to be exact) went to Santana Carrizosa, who also brought in a receiving touchdown.
While Horn came up short, they sure didn't make it easy for Mansfield: they limited their QB to completion percentage of just 45.2%. The team can thank Dre'Lon Irons for the heroic effort on defense: he. Horn wasn't nearly as limited: they posted one of 56.5%.

Malachi Youngblood
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Horn didn't go easy on the quarterback and picked off two passes before the game was over. In fact, those interceptions all came courtesy of defensive juggernaut Malachi Youngblood. He is also on a roll when it comes to total tackles, as he's now made six or more in each of the last six games he's played dating back to last season. Horn got some further help from Kamryn Williams: he picked up a sack and made 11 total tackles.
Coming up, Horn will venture away from home to take on Berkner at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Mansfield, they will welcome Mansfield Summit at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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